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Inflation slowed sharply, but it may not last

Annual inflation hit 3.5% in June, down from May's more than three-year high — but the resumption of the conflict with Iran threaten to push up inflation as energy costs once again spike.

Inflation slowed sharply — but it may not last

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Voters leave their polling station in Kansas City after voting in the Missouri primary election on Aug. 2, 2022. In 2026, Missouri is one state considering tougher thresholds for enacting state constitutional amendments.

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Elections

Some states will ask voters to make it harder to pass constitutional amendments

Several states have ballot measures this year that could raise the thresholds needed to pass state constitutional amendments. Many advocates are critical of such limits on direct democracy.
Members of the Army National Guard patrol at the Lincoln Memorial on July 2 in Washington, D.C.

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National Guard deployments

Trump's National Guard deployment in D.C. has been extended until 2029

President Trump's deployment of the National Guard to Washington, D.C., has been extended several times. Now it's set to last until Inauguration Day 2029.
In A.I. Artificial Intelligence, Monica introduces Teddy to David. The seemingly ordinary teddy bear quickly reveals himself to be an intelligent companion capable of conversation and emotional support.

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'The Trojan Teddy Bear': The promise and peril of childhood in the age of AI

AI is moving beyond chatbots and into toys, dolls, and robots built to befriend children. A leading child-development expert says the technology offers real promise — but also risks crowding out the human relationships children need most.
President Donald Trump hands a pen to Utah Gov. Spencer Cox after signing executive orders modifying the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and the Bears Ears National Monument in the Oval Office of the White House, July 13, 2026, in Washington.

President Donald Trump hands a pen to Utah Gov. Spencer Cox after signing executive orders modifying the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and the Bears Ears National Monument in the Oval Office of the White House, July 13, 2026, in Washington. Julia Demaree Nikhinson/AP hide caption

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President Donald Trump hands a pen to Utah Gov. Spencer Cox after signing executive orders modifying the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and the Bears Ears National Monument in the Oval Office of the White House, July 13, 2026, in Washington.

President Donald Trump hands a pen to Utah Gov. Spencer Cox after signing executive orders modifying the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and the Bears Ears National Monument in the Oval Office of the White House, July 13, 2026, in Washington. Julia Demaree Nikhinson/AP hide caption

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Trump slashes size of two national monuments in Utah by 90%

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For the second time in the past decade, two Utah national monuments have had their protections dramatically reduced by the Trump administration.
Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., attends a press conference on Dec. 7, 2023. South Carolina's governor has named Graham's sister, Darline Graham Nordone, to serve out his term.

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Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., attends a press conference on Dec. 7, 2023. South Carolina's governor has named Graham's sister, Darline Graham Nordone, to serve out his term.

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Politics

Darline Graham, the sister of Lindsey Graham, is sworn in to serve out his term

Darline Graham was sworn in on Tuesday during a brief ceremony on the floor of the Senate. She was appointed to fill the seat of her late brother by South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster.
Maine Senate hopeful, Democrat David Costello, speaks with a potential voter as he gathers signatures, required to be considered at the party's convention in downtown Brunswick, Maine on July 12.

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Maine Senate hopeful, Democrat David Costello, speaks with a potential voter as he gathers signatures, required to be considered at the party's convention in downtown Brunswick, Maine on July 12.

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Politics

Platner's voters are reeling as Maine Democratic Party races to choose his replacement

Graham Platner generated enthusiasm in Maine with his progressive policies. Now he's out of the race, and his supporters have to decide what's next, as Maine Democrats prepare to choose a nominee.
A relative of a victim in a music bar fire pays respect to the victim's body at a police hospital in Bangkok, Thailand, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

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A relative of a victim in a music bar fire pays respect to the victim's body at a police hospital in Bangkok, Thailand, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

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Asia

Death toll from a Bangkok music bar fire rises to 30, dozens remain in hospital

More than 70 people were injured, with 24 of them still in critical condition, according to a statement by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration.
Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina is thrown in the air by teammates after the 3-2 victory during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Argentina and Egypt at Atlanta Stadium on July 07, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Soccer Edition

Your cheat sheet to the teams headed to the World Cup semi-finals

We're at the final stretch of the World Cup. It feels like just yesterday, international fans were arriving in the U.S. and marveling at Buc-ee's and unlimited free soda.
A worker at Monchy's prepares a taco order for a customer at the restaurant in Houston, Texas, on July 11, 2026.

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A worker at Monchy's prepares a taco order for a customer at the restaurant in Houston, Texas, on July 11, 2026.

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Economy

Even Taco Tuesday could be more expensive as beef prices continue to rise

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Beef prices are continuing to rise due to drought, low herd sizes and concerns about the new world screwworm in the United States, but business owners in Texas say that raising prices could drive away customers.

Tacos are getting more expensive in Texas as beef prices continue to rise

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Several people carry a large banner that says "Hands off trans healthcare" as they walk down a city street. Another person has a small sign that says the same thing.

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Trump's HHS shelves threat to withhold Medicare and Medicaid funding over trans care

NPR has learned that the Department of Health and Human Services will not be pushing its most aggressive attempt to end gender-affirming care for youth nationally.

Trump’s HHS abandons threat to withhold Medicare and Medicaid funding over trans care

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Chris McQuiggen and Archie Brewton of Everett Auto Parts strap two Chevy Volt batteries to a pallet in preparation for shipping. The batteries are separated by a layer of wood so they don't make contact with each other. Everett Auto Parts found a battery recycler who will accept these hybrid vehicle batteries, but the salvage yard won't make any money off of them.

Chris McQuiggen and Archie Brewton of Everett Auto Parts strap two Chevy Volt batteries to a pallet in preparation for shipping. The batteries are separated by a layer of wood so they don't make contact with each other. Everett Auto Parts found a battery recycler who will accept these hybrid vehicle batteries, but the salvage yard won't make any money off of them. Thomas Andrade hide caption

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Chris McQuiggen and Archie Brewton of Everett Auto Parts strap two Chevy Volt batteries to a pallet in preparation for shipping. The batteries are separated by a layer of wood so they don't make contact with each other. Everett Auto Parts found a battery recycler who will accept these hybrid vehicle batteries, but the salvage yard won't make any money off of them. Thomas Andrade hide caption

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Business

EV battery recycling has a math problem

For some electric vehicle batteries, it costs more to recycle them than they're worth. That creates all kinds of problems, which a new Colorado law aims to solve.

EV battery recycling has a math problem

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Efemmera Gendera talks with Amanda Giel, left, of Vancouver, WA during a Drag Me Outside drag nature hike at Mt. Tabor Park in Portland, Ore., on May 10, 2026.

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Efemmera Gendera talks with Amanda Giel, left, of Vancouver, WA during a Drag Me Outside drag nature hike at Mt. Tabor Park in Portland, Ore., on May 10, 2026.

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Meet the Portland trail guides who lead a bi-monthly nature walk in drag

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"It's a lot of work to get people interested in something that they don't have an interest in," says Thespis. Doing these walks in drag, he says, transforms it into a kind of show – which makes people want to sign up.
Olivia Wilde, Seth Rogen, Edward Norton and Penélope Cruz star in The Invite.

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Movie Interviews

How the duo behind 'The Invite' wrote a sex comedy (that's not really about sex)

Rashida Jones and Will McCormack met decades ago, when McCormack's sister set them up on a date. It didn't work out as a romantic pairing, but it was the start of a long-running creative partnership.

FA: Rashida Jones & Will McCormack

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Two women enjoying ice cream cones, savoring delicious flavors on a warm summer day, sharing laughter and joy in an urban setting

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Living Better

Eat your ice cream for a long, healthy life? This doctor says so

Dr. Zeke Emanuel, a renowned U.S. health policy physician, takes on the wellness industry with a back-to-basics approach to optimizing good health.

Eat your ice cream for a long, healthy life? This doctor says so

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Cynthia Leachman holds a photo of her late grandson, Jonah Neal, at her home on Wednesday, July 12, 2026 in Owensboro, Ky. Neal was killed in May in Memphis, Tenn. by a federal agent from the Memphis Safe Task Force.

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Cynthia Leachman holds a photo of her late grandson, Jonah Neal, at her home on Wednesday, July 12, 2026 in Owensboro, Ky. Neal was killed in May in Memphis, Tenn. by a federal agent from the Memphis Safe Task Force.

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National Guard deployments

He was having a mental health crisis. Memphis task force agents came and shot him

Jonah Neal, 25, was struck by a Homeland Security Investigations agent in May. There have been at least four deadly shootings related to the task force.

FEDERAL TASK FORCE-MEMPHIS

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This photograph shows set up screens displaying the logo and home page of US based prediction market platform Kalshi, in Saint-Mande, east of Paris, on April 29, 2026.

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This photograph shows set up screens displaying the logo and home page of US based prediction market platform Kalshi, in Saint-Mande, east of Paris, on April 29, 2026.

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Therapists are seeing more young patients with gambling problems. They blame Kalshi

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Some gambling addiction clinicians say that they're already seeing the consequences of what they call unregulated betting, especially among young people.
Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., speaks at an event, Aug. 2, 2025, in Fancy Farm, Ky.

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McConnell says a fall led to his hospitalization, breaking weeks of silence

Sen. Mitch McConnell on Sunday revealed that a fall led to his hospitalization, breaking the silence about his condition after weeks of mounting speculation about the Kentucky Republican's health.
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Submerging yourself in water is a great way to cool down if you start feeling too hot when you're outside. If that's not feasible, you can opt to immerse your feet or your forearms in cold water, which can "lower your core body temperature," says Ashley Ward, the director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke University's Nicholas Institute for Energy, Environment and Sustainability. Dajah Callen for NPR hide caption

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Submerging yourself in water is a great way to cool down if you start feeling too hot when you're outside. If that's not feasible, you can opt to immerse your feet or your forearms in cold water, which can "lower your core body temperature," says Ashley Ward, the director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke University's Nicholas Institute for Energy, Environment and Sustainability. Dajah Callen for NPR hide caption

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Life Kit

Extreme heat and humidity is a dangerous mix. Here's how to stay safe and cool

People spend a lot of time outside during hot and humid weather. Whether you're going to the beach or working your shift as a lifeguard, try these 7 proven ways to stay cool while outside.
Victor "Marka27" Quiñonez, Mexican-born, Brooklyn-based visual artist in his studio in Ridgewood, Queens, on May 14, 2026.

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Victor "Marka27" Quiñonez, Mexican-born, Brooklyn-based visual artist in his studio in Ridgewood, Queens, on May 14, 2026.

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Art & Design

An artist brought 'I.C.E. pops' to a Texas campus. The show was shut down in days

The Trump administration's executive orders have meant that administrators are questioning what art can — and can't — be seen on campus.

CULTURE CLASH: When certain kinds of art becomes forbidden

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In an effort to sidestep President Trump's tariffs, the WS Game Company decided to build a special edition Monopoly game in the United States. But the experiment almost didn't pass go.

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In an effort to sidestep President Trump's tariffs, the WS Game Company decided to build a special edition Monopoly game in the United States. But the experiment almost didn't pass go.

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Economy

What a Monopoly importer learned when it tried to make things in the U.S.A.

After getting hit with tariffs for the imported board games he sells, Jonathan Silva decided to see if he could produce a version of his Monopoly game in the United States. This is what he learned.

monopoly made in the USA

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Danaga, Senegal (April 16, 2026) - Workers as part of the Station D’innovation Aquacole (SIA), gather fish that are being kept in a basin to then put them in a rice field in order to eat snails that may carry disease. The fish also fertilize the rice with their excrement, and after the rice is harvested the farmers can sell and eat the fish.

Danaga, Senegal (April 16, 2026) - Workers as part of the Station D'innovation Aquacole (SIA), gather fish that are being kept in a basin to then put them in a rice field in order to eat snails that may carry disease. The fish also fertilize the rice with their excrement, and after the rice is harvested the farmers can sell and eat the fish. Ricci Shyrock for NPR hide caption

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Global Health

A promising tale from Senegal of fish, rice .... and dangerous worms

Farmers in Senegal are welcoming fish into their rice paddies. The hope is they'll fertilize the crop, be a source of food ... and eat the snails that carry parasitic worms.

A promising tale from Senegal of fish, rice .... and dangerous worms

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